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My dog smashed his nail, no bleeding. Does he need a vet visit?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature American Shepherd | Male | neutered | 2 years and 4 months old | 38 lbs

My dog got his nail stuck in a fence board yesterday and smashed some if it. Not sure how to determine if a vet visit is necessary. It's no longer bleeding and it doesn't seem to affect him. Minor occasional licking.

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 17th, 2020

I don't think he needs a vet visit. I suggest you put a cone collar on him for a few days to prevent him from licking and you can spray this medicated product on the nail to help keep it from getting infected. https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/remedyrecovery-medicated-antiseptic-spray-for-dogs

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